Now that the mechanicals and interior in my 1976 FJ40 are in
reasonable shape, it's the body's turn for some attention. It needs
a new rear sill, either repair or replacement of rear quarters, a
few additional rust spots addressed, and paint.

I failed art in kindergarten, and my hand skills have been going
downhill since then. So this is not something I want to do myself.

So...opinions wanted. Is it a good idea to send it out to a Cruiser 'restoration'
shop such as Proffitt's, Cruiser Corps, or Salida Cruisers? Or is there
a competent and reasonably priced body shop in the front range that
could do this, and do it well? I realize it will be big $$$ in any case,
and I've been saving $ with that in mind. I'm not looking for show/full
restoration quality, but I do want quality work at a fair price.

Opinions wanted! What do you think?

-Phrog

Phrog

11-05-2012 08:07 AM

Also....if you have any experience - good or bad - with any Cruiser restorers or body shops, please post or PM me. I'll keep it confidential. Thanks.

-Phrog

1976 FJ40, stockish
2003 100, stock

Air Randy

11-05-2012 09:28 AM

Try Redline Cruisers in Calhan, CO. They do restorations as well as custom builds plus Justin is a member of Rising Sun. He goes by RLMS on the forum.

Rzeppa

11-06-2012 06:07 PM

Joe Calleja at CTS in Conifer has also done that kind of work. Also a Rising Sun member. (303) 838-4772

Phrog

11-07-2012 10:31 AM

Thanks all for the posts and PMs. If you have any more recommendations
for shops that should be on (or off) my short list, let me know.

-Phrog

CardinalFJ60

11-07-2012 11:22 AM

check out and talk with Jim's in Lafayette

I've had him do some work on my other cars. He's got a sweeeeet shop and is always doing restos on Mopars and cool classics. Jim is also a "Toyota" guy who worked in some capacity for toyota for years. He gets it and our addiction...I'll be having him do the rear quarter trim (ala Crash) on my 60.